Hamburger Beef Sausage & Pepperoni Pie

Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: ~1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 6–8
Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
Category: Main Dish / Casserole Pie
Cuisine: American Comfort Food

 Ingredients

For the Filling:

• 1 lb ground beef

• ½ lb Italian sausage (mild or spicy), casings removed

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 2–3 cloves garlic, minced

• ½ tsp salt

• ½ tsp black pepper

• 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

• ½ cup pizza sauce or marinara

• 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• ½ cup sliced pepperoni (about 20–25 slices)

For the Crust:

• 1 package refrigerated pie crust (or homemade if preferred) – enough for a double crust pie

Optional Toppings:

• Extra cheese for the top

• A few more pepperoni slices for decoration

• Chopped parsley or basil, for garnish

 Equipment Needed

• 9-inch pie dish

• Skillet

• Mixing bowl

• Wooden spoon or spatula

• Rolling pin (if using homemade crust)

 Time & Effort

 Instructions

 Step 1: Preheat & Prep

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

2. Lightly grease a 9-inch pie dish. Roll out your bottom crust and place it in the dish. Set aside.

 Step 2: Make the Meaty Filling

1. In a large skillet over medium heat, add ground beef, Italian sausage, and chopped onion.

2. Cook until meat is browned and onions are soft (about 7–10 minutes).

3. Drain excess fat.

4. Add garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir and cook for 1 more minute.

5. Stir in pizza sauce and cook for 2–3 more minutes, until slightly thickened.

6. Remove from heat and mix in:

   • Shredded mozzarella

   • Grated Parmesan

   • Half of the pepperoni slices

Tip: Let the filling cool slightly before adding it to the crust to avoid sogginess.

 Step 3: Assemble the Pie

1. Spoon the beef-sausage mixture into the prepared pie crust.

2. Arrange remaining pepperoni slices on top of the filling.

3. Top with a little extra mozzarella or Parmesan, if desired.

4. Place the top pie crust over the filling. Trim and crimp the edges.

5. Cut 3–4 small slits in the top to allow steam to escape.

Optional: Brush the top with beaten egg for a glossy golden crust.

 Step 4: Bake

• Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35–40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.

• Let rest for 10 minutes before slicing to help it set.

Pro Tip: Freeze unbaked pie (wrapped well) and bake directly from frozen, adding 15–20 minutes to bake time.

 Nutrition (Per Slice – Approx. 1/8 of pie)

Varies based on crust and cheese brands.